Episode 255
- Dec 18, 2023
- 1:21:47
- Full Episode
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In August of 2014, a masked thief, dressed in black, walked away with nearly $20,000 from an American Eagle store in Fort Worth, Texas. Three months later, the assistant manager of that store was found brutally murdered inside her burning apartment. Were these completely separate crimes or were they somehow connected?<br /><br />Get instant access to all episodes, including premium unreleased episodes, commercial-free at swordandscale.com
Brief Summary
Ashley Harris was murdered by her co-workers Carter Cervantes and David Mallory over a robbery dispute, leading to their convictions for capital murder.
Key points
- The Thrill of the Kill. Exploring the unsettling motivations behind certain murders that defy understanding.
- The Mysterious Murder of Ashley Harris. Ashley Harris, a well-liked young woman, was found murdered in her apartment after a fire.
- David's Alibi Falls Apart. David claims he was waiting for Carter at the mall, but inconsistencies arise.
- The Robbery Connection. Carter's past with a robbery at American Eagle raises suspicions about her involvement.
- Carter's Suspicious Behavior. Carter wipes down a water bottle during questioning, raising red flags for detectives.
- Carter's Relationship with David. Carter and David's relationship is scrutinized as detectives question their Thanksgiving plans.
Episode highlights
- The Thrill of the KillExploring the unsettling motivations behind certain murders that defy understanding.“But every once in a while, a murderer comes along with a motivation that is not quite so relatable.”3:56Dec 18, 2023
- The Mysterious Murder of Ashley HarrisAshley Harris, a well-liked young woman, was found murdered in her apartment after a fire.“Ashley Harris had been murdered.”17:23Dec 18, 2023
- David's Alibi Falls ApartDavid claims he was waiting for Carter at the mall, but inconsistencies arise.“You know she hasn't worked since she left American.”30:15Dec 18, 2023
- The Robbery ConnectionCarter's past with a robbery at American Eagle raises suspicions about her involvement.“It was assumed that she planned the robbery.”40:24Dec 18, 2023
- Carter's Suspicious BehaviorCarter wipes down a water bottle during questioning, raising red flags for detectives.“What was she doing? Wiping away fingerprints from the water bottle?”44:05Dec 18, 2023
- Carter's Relationship with DavidCarter and David's relationship is scrutinized as detectives question their Thanksgiving plans.“We were here for Thanksgiving. It was just me and him.”44:17Dec 18, 2023
- Detectives Confront CarterCarter maintains her story despite evidence contradicting her claims.“You're lying to me. You are lying 100%.”47:34Dec 18, 2023
- Murder of Ashley HarrisAshley Harris was found murdered in her apartment, leading to a complex investigation.“Police say because she turned in two co-workers for stealing almost $20,000 from the American Eagle store where they all worked.”53:09Dec 18, 2023
Tension
85/ 100High tension
